Baba Yaga Saves?

While people of Yekaterinbur Russia have been celebrating the birthday of the fabled Baba Yaga for years now, Maybe this year, the citizens got an answer? Reports have been flying in from hospitals and clinics around the small Russian city of medical miracles. People thought to never recover, people recently turned away from care, and people not even diagnosed yet all leaving the hospital healthy and cured. Despite the hospitals trying to take credit, the locals insist it is the blessings of Baba Yaga. 
"There was a big guy, and a wolf lady, and a pretty lady, and a weird looking lady, and a funny looking man. And they took a birthday peasant to the Baba Yaga, and she made my grandma feel better again!" (Interview with a local child still clutching the stuffed hut with chicken legs she won at the festival) 
There you have it folks. Out of the mouth of babes. Whether it be the blessings of an ancient witch, or a miracle of the almighty, or just a fluke of nature... The people of Yekaterinbur's medical system aren't complaining. 

Police barricade broken on Isla San Lorenzo

In other news, local police are still looking for the suspect that broke on a police crime scene 2 nights ago. The suspect is a young woman, suspected to have an artificial arm. 

She was spotted on Isla San Lorenzo at 1 am by a police boat. She was observed through a pair of binoculars but was nowhere to be found when officers went ashore.

Police called to the shore didn't report seeing anyone coming out beach, and no boat was spotted docked at the Island. 

The police say that the investigation has dropped to lower priority now that it has been more than 48 hours since the suspect was spotted but continue to encourage that any locals with information send it to the police tip line. If you see something, say something.

Transforming the Old Station: A New Dawn for Manchester’s St. Elwick’s Halt

St. Elwick’s Halt, the classic train station between Clayton Hall and Edge Lane, is set to be revitalized into a vibrant new mixed-use hub. Local authorities have announced plans to transform the abandoned station into a logistics center that will provide much-needed spaces for businesses, while also incorporating a community market designed to promote local commerce and culture.

The district has long been plagued by a lack of economic opportunity, and many young people have turned to small-time gangs for a sense of belonging, according to community leaders. With rising youth unemployment and an absence of social spaces, the new center is being framed as a key part of a broader effort to foster positive engagement and local pride.

“We’ve seen far too many young people fall into the wrong crowds because they didn’t have access to the resources they needed,” said Helen Matthews, a cultural secretary for Manchester’s urban renewal projects. “The revitalization of this space is about more than just providing jobs. It’s about offering a place for our community to come together, whether through business or leisure. This is an investment in our future.”

The project, which will span over several years, includes the creation of flexible business spaces for entrepreneurs, start-ups, and artisans. The market component, expected to be one of the project’s major draws, will feature food stalls, handmade goods, and fresh produce from local vendors. The space will be transformed with murals and installations by local Manchester graffiti artists, giving it an unmistakable urban edge while celebrating the area’s rich cultural heritage.

In addition to the marketplace, weekend events focusing on arts, music, and entertainment will be organized to bring families and young people together in a safe, dynamic environment. “This is about creating a space where our youth can engage with something meaningful—whether that’s through artistic expression or discovering a future career,” said David Lawrence, a staff member of the town hall’s cultural development office.

Despite widespread support for the project, there have been questions raised about the speed at which it was approved. Critics point out that the proposal was fast-tracked through the local planning process, with some speculating that it may have been in the works for far longer than publicly disclosed. Authorities involved in the decision-making process, however, have denied any impropriety, insisting that the plans have been evolving behind the scenes for years.

“This has been a long time coming,” insisted Gregory Holmes, the project lead at the Department of Urban Development. “While it may seem quick to some, I can assure you that we’ve been laying the groundwork for this project for quite a while. Our community deserves this, and we’re excited to see it finally come to fruition.”

As the project moves forward, the area’s residents are hopeful that the station’s transformation will usher in a new era for their community, offering both economic revitalization and a much-needed sense of collective pride.

Roman Times News - Pg 2.

Private Detective Amelio Furter, has disappeared after his office and home burned down suddenly, and without warning.  Trussardi, the famous singer, had recently engaged in Detective Furter's services and had this to say about the event:

"It's a shame that this happened.  Detective Furter will be missed.  I'm sure it had nothing to do with what I had him looking into."

When asked what Trussardi had highered Detective Furter to look into, Trussardi would shrug and say, "I don't know man, I can't seem to remember.  Must not have been that important."

Detective Furter was known for looking into a wide variety of issues.  Everything from cheating spouses to missing persons.  It's not likely we're to learn more about this case any time soon.

Interview with a Relief-Effort Volunteer

Reporter: "I don't want to take up any more of your valuable time. Is there anything else that you'd like to say before we stop the cameras?" 

Volunteer: "We need hand sanitizer, clean water, surgical grade gloves, and soap. You're safer in hell than right where we're standing these days just from lack of hygienic products alone. I wouldn't wish this suffering on the devil himself. Those things will help, hand sanitizer, clean water, surgical grade gloves, and soap." 

Breaking News, June Sandoval on the run

> Reporting in, as of 4/13/2025, in Bradford County, Florida, a high-risk inmate has escaped from Raiford Prison, prompting a massive manhunt by local and statewide law enforcement agencies.

The twenty-three-year-old inmate, June Sandoval, was convicted of a double homicide earlier this year, and was described as a young woman with slight Hispanic features and wavy blonde shoulder-length hair. Before the conviction, she commonly wore several ear piercings as well as well-worn street clothes, however at the time of escape she was last seen wearing only a prison jumpsuit and white, standard-issue shoes.

The escape from prison happened suddenly at approximately 11 AM on 4/12/2025, when a unknown assistant piloting a military helicopter blew up the walls separating the inmate from the outer world, letting her free. The facilitator of the jailbreak has therefore been charged of first-degree felony jailbreak as well as destruction of government property, however their appearance remains a mystery.

The police department and Raiford Prison have issued a manhunt followed by several permits, allowing multiple forces to rapidly identify June Sandoval, who is now a wanted criminal. Please report to your local police department and/or federal agency if you have any information on her and/or have seen her at all. Officials warn that the fugitive is considered EXTREMELY dangerous and advise citizens to protect and maintain their own safety first and foremost.

Please stay tuned for more information!

NY Times News - PG3 - Prison Concert Charity Event!

Trussardi, the famous singer, is going through a generous phase it seems.  Trussardi hosted a prison concert as a charity event for the local New York City Children's Hospital.  He managed to raise a total of two-hundred-thousand dollars during this charity event through an anonymous benefactor. 

The local prisoners reported loved the concert by going on to say, "We may be isolated from developments in culture in here, so it's always nice when icons of culture come to us."

Trussardi had this to say about the event, "My only regret is I didn't get to raise more money for those kids, man.  You know they could always use the extra help!"

The children's hospital reported they were thankful for the donations and look forward to working with Trussardi in the future for other events.

Celebrated Shaman Found Dead Weeks After Apparent Arson Attack

(An excerpt in Español from the Argentinean newspaper La Nación)

“Celebrated Shaman Ayar was discovered dead in his remote abode this past Wednesday, In the aftermath of a small blaze luckily put out by rainfall.

Authorities have reported that his body past the burns, was cut across at the waist and chewed into with what appears to be the marks of human canines. Though authorities have not yet matched the marks to a dental record, it appears to be the most bizarre murder of what we are being cautioned is likely the work of a dangerous serial killer. 

Shaman Ayar was much beloved in his local community. The motive for his death is as of now, unknown.”

NATIONAL NEWS - PRISON BREAK BY HELICOPTER THWARTED

Not much is known about this prison escape other than it was meant to break notorious criminal, Eddie Boom, out of the state penitentiary in New York City.  Criminals attacked the prison in a custom model Blackhawk helicopter, killing twenty-six prison guards, and over fifty inmates.  After pulling out Eddie, the helicopter quickly left the scene of the crime by flying north over the Hudson River.

At this point the news helicopters were ordered to withdraw from the scene as two United Airforce AH-65 Apache Attack Helicopters quickly took up pursuit.   Witnesses report one of the two Apaches took heavy damage at some point during the chase, and had to break off, but the other managed to down one of the Blackhawk helicopter.  Bear Mountain Bridge was severely damaged in the pursuit.

Several bodies where pulled from the wreckage, including a childhood friend of the convict.  The investigation is still on going.

Missing Cats Found at Port Townsend Pier!

Several pet owners were relieved to discover their furry family members safe and sound at the abandoned Port Townsend Pier this morning! However...they have some questions regarding their felines' sudden disappearances and the state they were discovered in. 

"We were so happy that Olive was ok once we found her but... she still hasn't stopped staring at the clouds" says Sarah Walker, a Port Townsend cat owner. "It seems like she's trying to catch them with her little paws, which on one hand is very cute, but on the other hand makes me worried that she was drugged or has brain damage or something." 

There were traces of catnip found at the scene, according to local sleuths investigating the disappearance.

"I saw there were a bunch of leaves all on the floor next to Turnip when we found him!" Bethany Lee, 5 says. "So I took out my magnifying glass I got for my birthday to um...in...in pest... well, to look at them better. I've never seen him drinking tea like Mommy does, so it's gotta be catnip." 

More news at 10, back to you Bob!